Route from Dalhousie to Pointe-au-Père
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Dalhousie to Pointe-au-Père — with the live planner for up-to-date turn-by-turn directions.
This page provides the map and indicative distance data for the route between Dalhousie (New Brunswick) and Pointe-au-Père (Quebec). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Dalhousie to Pointe-au-Père
The straight-line distance between Dalhousie and Pointe-au-Père is 163.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 196 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 10 min.
Trip cost and route type: Dalhousie – Pointe-au-Père
Driving directions from Dalhousie to Pointe-au-Père
The map shows the locations of Dalhousie (A) and Pointe-au-Père (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.
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Driving directions from Dalhousie to Pointe-au-Père
Real distance: 218.0 km · Estimated time: 3 h 11 min
- Drive north on Renfrew Street/Rue Renfrew/NB 134. 17 m
- Turn left onto William Street/Rue William/NB 134. Continue on NB 134. 1.1 km
- Turn right onto Victoria Street/Rue Victoria/NB 134. Continue on NB 134. 8.2 km
- Turn left onto Blair Malcolm Road. 687 m
- Take the NB 11 ramp. 17.7 km
- Take exit 415. 289 m
- Bear right onto Chemin Val d'Amour. 142 m
- Turn left onto Beauvista Drive. 1.1 km
- Turn left onto Rue Notre Dame/NB 134. 16.6 km
- Turn right onto Route 11/NB 11. 467 m
- Turn left onto Boulevard Perron Est/132. 77.3 km
- Turn left onto Boulevard Saint-Benoît Ouest/132/195. Continue on 132. 70.3 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Dalhousie – Pointe-au-Père
Indicative estimates based on ~196 km. Tolls calculated at ~$0.10/km on tolled segments. The calculator updates with the live planner's real distance. Actual consumption, driving style, weather, and toll rates vary.
Origin and destination
How to drive from Dalhousie to Pointe-au-Père
The straight-line distance between Dalhousie (New Brunswick) and Pointe-au-Père (Quebec) is about 163.1 km. The actual road distance varies by chosen route, road type, and travel conditions — especially in winter and across mountain or northern segments.
Before you leave, consider:
- Check current traffic with a navigation app — particularly around major cities.
- Look up any toll segments on your route (Ontario 407, select bridges).
- In winter or at higher elevations, drive times and conditions can change quickly. Carry a charged phone, fuel reserve, and weather-appropriate gear.
- Plan stops at service centres or towns along the way — fuel and rest stops can be sparse on remote sections.
Route description: Dalhousie – Pointe-au-Père
The distance from Dalhousie to Pointe-au-Père is estimated at 196 km on a mixed road profile, starting from 163.1 km straight line. It is a medium-distance route (100–300 km) that connects New Brunswick to Quebec. Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure. Calculate the current route with the live planner for detailed instructions.
The trip starts at Dalhousie (New Brunswick) — coordinates 48.0660° N, -66.3690° E. The destination is Pointe-au-Père (Quebec), at 48.5167° N, -68.4667° E.
Practical tips for the Dalhousie – Pointe-au-Père drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in New Brunswick — a province forested and Acadian, with the Bay of Fundy and tidal coastlines — and reaches Pointe-au-Père in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians.
When to leave
For a medium-distance trip, leaving before 07:00 or after 10:00 helps you avoid urban congestion. Friday afternoons and Sunday returns often slow the major highways.
Alternatives
For this route of about 196 km, consider VIA Rail Canada — VIA's Corridor service connects many Eastern Canadian cities, and the long-distance trains (the Canadian, Ocean) run through the Prairies and the Maritimes. Cross-border trips may also include Amtrak's Adirondack or Cascades. Check schedules at viarail.ca and amtrak.com.
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Frequently asked questions: Dalhousie – Pointe-au-Père
What is the straight-line distance between Dalhousie and Pointe-au-Père?
The straight-line distance between Dalhousie and Pointe-au-Père is about 163.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Dalhousie to Pointe-au-Père?
The estimated road distance from Dalhousie to Pointe-au-Père is about 196 km — derived by multiplying the straight-line distance by a road-deviation factor (1.13–1.30 based on length). For an up-to-date route, use the live planner.
How long does it take to drive from Dalhousie to Pointe-au-Père?
Indicative drive time from Dalhousie to Pointe-au-Père is about 2 h 10 min, based on an average highway speed of 90 km/h on a mixed motorway/highway profile. Real time depends on traffic, weather, stops, vehicle type, and conditions.
How do I get up-to-date driving directions from Dalhousie to Pointe-au-Père?
Use the live planner on this page: select your transport mode and click "Update route". You'll see the route with turn-by-turn directions, current distance, and estimated time based on up-to-date routing data.
Does the Dalhousie–Pointe-au-Père route involve highway tolls?
CanadaDrivingDirections.com does not provide toll details. Toll roads are limited in Canada — Ontario's 407 ETR, a few Quebec bridges, and the Confederation Bridge to PEI are the main ones. Check the operator's site for current pricing.
How does traffic affect the route from Dalhousie to Pointe-au-Père?
Traffic varies by time of day, season, and weather. The live planner uses up-to-date routing data; for live traffic, use a navigation app before departure — especially in winter when conditions can change rapidly.
Is there an alternative route from Dalhousie to Pointe-au-Père?
For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.
Can I open the Dalhousie–Pointe-au-Père route in Google Maps?
Yes. Click "Open in Google Maps" on this page to view the route in the Google Maps app or browser. You can also open Google Maps directly and enter Dalhousie as origin and Pointe-au-Père as destination.